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Saia, Inc Fleet Maintenance Coordinator in Johns Creek, Georgia
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Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.
Under the general supervision of the Senior Manager of Fleet Management, the Maintenance and Fleet Equipment Coordinator is in charge of supporting both Maintenance and Terminal Operations through analysis to optimize equipment utilization, equipment life cycles, and operational needs across the network. This person understands effective processes and associated technology to support Saia’s systems. The individual will offer process change input to improve fleet allocation and identify opportunities to support Saia’s Operational and Company objectives. In addition, this role is responsible for the daily management of our sales car fleet, equipment disposals and various reporting around fleet equipment.
Responsibilities
Works with maintenance leadership to identify life-cycle improvement opportunities
Establishes and maintains all assigned equipment to specific use
Will produce regular reporting on equipment run-rates, forecasted end-of-life and current use recommendation
Responsible for working with maintenance and operation teams for adjustments to tractor, trailer and forklift pools
Development of analysis used for equipment utilization, inventory, fleet allocation, attrition, growth opportunities.
Analysis of capital expenditures, fleet age and cost, capacity, rentals as it pertains to purchase needs, balance and turnover.
Will use various methods and technologies to determine pool counts and needs by location
Monitors current equipment for life cycle placement and forecasted run rates
Coordinates all auto fleet activities including purchasing, maintenance and trade outs.
Reviews and approves incoming auto repair estimates.
Works with drivers of company vehicles to properly maintain company assets.
Manages and maintain all aspects of the Donlen (or similar) relationship.
Works closely with Finance to complete the purchase and sale of disposal tractors, trailers and forklifts.
Prepares various reports pertaining to fleet and maintenance activities.
Processes and reconciles equipment invoices.
Communicates effectively and professionally with all personnel inside and outside of the company, including at the executive level.
Performs additional duties as required.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in transportation management, supply chain, or related
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
Ability to provide direction to terminals on fleet management issues
Experience with general automotive and/or heavy duty maintenance concepts
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborating working environment that demands interaction with employees at all organization levels
Self-motivated; ability to work under minimal supervision, superior problem solving skills, and have the ability to diagnose technical issues and maintain focus on resolutions.
Benefits
At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.
Make Your Move
At Saia, our people are the reason we’ve been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we’ve created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we’re always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you’re ready to put your career on a solid path, let’s go further.
Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.